Sunday, October 26, 2014

FG To Ban Commercial Motorcycles "Okada" Nationwide

The Federal Government of Nigeria is about to make all motorcycle riders popularly known in Nigeria as 'Okada' riders, jobless as they are set to ban the use of commercial motorcycles nationwide.


FG to ban okada nationwide

According to a statement by the Federal Ministry of Transport which was issued out to media houses, the measure was taken to ensure that all means of transportation in Nigeria are safe and secure.

The statement said:
“All states and the Federal Capital Territory have therefore been advised to establish a public transport system that ensure strict regulation of the operation of public passenger transportation system through a well-articulated management system for enhanced safety, security, effective and efficient service delivery.
“The states are to also develop master plans for the development of intelligent transport system to facilitate the development and management of their transport operations in line with emerging trends and global best practices.
“Also, all commercial vehicles should be properly registered in each state while their enumeration should be carried out periodically to enhance safety and security.”

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